Zhang Lei
Founder & Design Director, PINWU Design Studio & Róng Design Library
Zhang Lei is listed as Founder & Design Director, PINWU Design Studio & Róng Design Library. Zhang is scheduled to speak at Business of Design Week (BODW) 2026 on 18 November 2026.
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About
Zhang Lei led PINWU to win more than 20 international design awards. Using contemporary design language to redefine the Chinese traditional materials and handcrafts. The design works have been exhibited over the world, the Chinese Mainland, Italy, France, the Netherlands, Greece and so on. He founded the Róng Design Library, a non-profit welfare organization with Christoph John and Jovana Zhang together. "The culture doesn't just survive on its own—it stays vibrant and alive by clashing and blending with outside cultures. That's the real meaning of being connected. " - - Zhang Lei on Design in Dialogue: Connect + Transform
Upcoming
Business of Design Week (BODW) 2026 18 November 2026 – 20 November 2026
- From Deconstruction to Redefinition: Continuing the Quest on Future Traditions Keynote · 18 November 2026
- Foundation for Future Crafts: Translating Artisanal Know-how Across Cultures Panellist · 19 November 2026
Spoke alongside
People who have shared a session with Zhang at events on B2DB.
- Alix Arto Multidisciplinary Designer · Herding Wool 1 shared session
- Elaine Yan Ling Ng Founder · The Fabrick Lab 1 shared session
- Emma Casella Product Designer & Co-founder · Herding Wool 1 shared session